2018 Hyundai Elantra Buyer's Guide

Ratings

Would buy again

3 user reviews

Pros

Fun-to-drive sport models

Smooth ride

Great styling

Value-oriented equipment packaging

Cons

Cheap interior materials

Underwhelming base engine

Tight rear seat

Average interior space

Key Takeaways

The 2018 Hyundai Elantra sedan offers great fuel economy, along with good handling that performs well around corners. A sleek exterior lends a sporty look, and the available safety features help protect on the road. With a nice blend of power, agility and comfort, the 2018 Hyundai Elantra is fun to drive.

2018 Hyundai Elantra - A great car but with a few hiccups

Anthony

Fort Hall, Idaho

Overall

4.0

Value

4.0

Performance

4.0

Style

3.0

Comfort

3.0

Fuel Economy

4.0

Reliability

5.0

2018 Hyundai Elantra - A great car but with a few hiccups

The 2018 Hyundai Elantra is a great car, backed up by one of the best warranties that I have ever seen, but suffers from some small hiccups that prevent it from being the best car. One will note that there are many things to enjoy in the 2018 Elantra. A few of the things that one will enjoy are the leather interior, heated seats, rear view camera, blind spot detection, and a killer sound system that is all in a car that on average gets between 25 and 30 miles an hour. Unfortunately, the 2018 Hyundai Elantra has its shares of issues to contend with in owning this vehicle. One of the biggest gripes with the Elantra exists with the amount of outside noise that comes into the cabin of the car. While going down the road, one will instantly be alerted to road noise and the sound of air rushi... (more)

The 2018 Hyundai Elantra is a great car, backed up by one of the best warranties that I have ever seen, but suffers from some small hiccups that prevent it from being the best car. One will note that there are many things to enjoy in the 2018 Elantra. A few of the things that one will enjoy are the leather interior, heated seats, rear view camera, blind spot detection, and a killer sound system that is all in a car that on average gets between 25 and 30 miles an hour. Unfortunately, the 2018 Hyundai Elantra has its shares of issues to contend with in owning this vehicle. One of the biggest gripes with the Elantra exists with the amount of outside noise that comes into the cabin of the car. While going down the road, one will instantly be alerted to road noise and the sound of air rushing outside. The sound of the air rushing outside can be so loud at times, as to leave one to constantly check to ensure that all of the windows are in fact rolled up. Although there are many things to love about the 2018 Elantra, the fact that there are still some cons to exist prevent this from being the ultimate car.

Story

The first time that I went to merge into another lane, I had the indicator on the side view mirror turn red alerting that there was a car in my blind spot moved me from thinking that this technology was simply a gimmick to one that I wish to exist on every vehicle. Combine that with the rearview camera, and I often wonder if I should just invest the money in putting review cameras in my other ... (more)

The first time that I went to merge into another lane, I had the indicator on the side view mirror turn red alerting that there was a car in my blind spot moved me from thinking that this technology was simply a gimmick to one that I wish to exist on every vehicle. Combine that with the rearview camera, and I often wonder if I should just invest the money in putting review cameras in my other vehicles.

Pros

Top positive features of the Elantra include electric seat warmers, blind spot detection, and of course satellite radio. One will be remiss not to appreciate how well and good the blind spot detection feature is in a car. There are numerous times where this has saved me from accidentally merging into an existing line simply because I could not see the other car, but the electronic sensors could.

Top positive features of the Elantra include electric seat warmers, blind spot detection, and of course satellite radio. One will be remiss not to appreciate how well and good the blind spot detection feature is in a car. There are numerous times where this has saved me from accidentally merging into an existing line simply because I could not see the other car, but the electronic sensors could.

Cons

The biggest downfall of the 2018 Elantra is its inability to keep outside noises outside. The faster that one goes in the car, the more aware they become of just how noisy this car is at that speed. Traveling at 60 to 80 miles an hour will have one constantly checking to make sure that all the windows are in fact rolled up.

The biggest downfall of the 2018 Elantra is its inability to keep outside noises outside. The faster that one goes in the car, the more aware they become of just how noisy this car is at that speed. Traveling at 60 to 80 miles an hour will have one constantly checking to make sure that all the windows are in fact rolled up.

I give this car a five-star rating because of its price, dependability and overall style. Its a very cheap car that will get you from point A to B with no problem or get ups. My car was leased and has been new since 2018 and I drive it to this day. I have about a year of use already, and I can say that this has been one of my favorite most dependable cars I have had to drive. You really wont be disappointed in a used Elantra or new.

I give this car a five-star rating because of its price, dependability and overall style. Its a very cheap car that will get you from point A to B with no problem or get ups. My car was leased and has been new since 2018 and I drive it to this day. I have about a year of use already, and I can say that this has been one of my favorite most dependable cars I have had to drive. You really wont be disappointed in a used Elantra or new.

Story

This car has survived a two-foot snow in in over four hours one night. I piled the snow off and got out of there. It's a smaller car but can handle this road very well. It's perfect for inclement weather.

This car has survived a two-foot snow in in over four hours one night. I piled the snow off and got out of there. It's a smaller car but can handle this road very well. It's perfect for inclement weather.

Pros

Very cheap car, can get a deal on most used or new. Hyundai is a very good brand and well known in the industry. The car is black and shows good sleek style with no road noise. The gas mileage is rather very good in this four-cylinder gas sipper. I will get close to about 35 miles to the gallon on a bad day; this in the long run will save you a ton of money.

Very cheap car, can get a deal on most used or new. Hyundai is a very good brand and well known in the industry. The car is black and shows good sleek style with no road noise. The gas mileage is rather very good in this four-cylinder gas sipper. I will get close to about 35 miles to the gallon on a bad day; this in the long run will save you a ton of money.

Cons

Some parts are plasticky, but you get what you pay for, and this is why the car is so cheap. Maintenance will cost a lot more than a lot of other car parts in circulation say like Honda for example.

Some parts are plasticky, but you get what you pay for, and this is why the car is so cheap. Maintenance will cost a lot more than a lot of other car parts in circulation say like Honda for example.

2018 Hyundai Elantra - Great interior. MPG.

Desiree

Marietta, Ohio

Overall

4.0

Value

4.0

Performance

3.0

Style

4.0

Comfort

3.0

Fuel Economy

4.0

Reliability

4.0

2018 Hyundai Elantra - Great interior. MPG.

The mpg has been better than EPA standards so far. Sportier than the HP would indicate. A bit short on the edges, especially for the taller drivers. The back seats aren't the roomiest in class, but they feel fine, especially if you are putting car seats/smaller adults in the back. Not sure how it will feel on longer road trips.

The mpg has been better than EPA standards so far. Sportier than the HP would indicate. A bit short on the edges, especially for the taller drivers. The back seats aren't the roomiest in class, but they feel fine, especially if you are putting car seats/smaller adults in the back. Not sure how it will feel on longer road trips.

Story

I haven't had a chance to make any great stories yet as this car is brand new to us. We are hopeful to use this for many family trips to Florida and the Northeast for nice vacations.

I haven't had a chance to make any great stories yet as this car is brand new to us. We are hopeful to use this for many family trips to Florida and the Northeast for nice vacations.

Pros

Outstanding mpg for the size of engine. Three drive modes (standard/eco/sport) can make the car drive more fuel economic or a much more fun drive. Android Auto and Apple Car play gives some great technology to the car.

Outstanding mpg for the size of engine. Three drive modes (standard/eco/sport) can make the car drive more fuel economic or a much more fun drive. Android Auto and Apple Car play gives some great technology to the car.

Cons

It can feel cramped in headroom for a taller driver. You really need to get the higher trims to get the nice features of the car.

It can feel cramped in headroom for a taller driver. You really need to get the higher trims to get the nice features of the car.

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